A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, Governance, and Incident Disclosure.

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Bill 118 SJRes 50 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding cybersecurity risk management, strategy, governance, and incident disclosure. The rule in question is related to how companies should handle and disclose information about cybersecurity risks and incidents.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, Congress is seeking to disapprove of the SEC's rule on cybersecurity, which outlines guidelines for companies on how to manage and disclose cybersecurity risks.

The resolution is non-partisan and aims to provide oversight and accountability in the realm of cybersecurity. It is important for companies to have clear guidelines on how to handle cybersecurity risks and incidents, as these issues can have significant impacts on their operations and the broader economy. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 50 is a measure aimed at ensuring that companies are properly managing and disclosing cybersecurity risks, in order to protect both themselves and the public from potential cyber threats.
Congress
118

Number
SJRES - 50

Introduced on
2023-11-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/9/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Bill 118 SJRes 50 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding cybersecurity risk management, strategy, governance, and incident disclosure. The rule in question is related to how companies should handle and disclose information about cybersecurity risks and incidents.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, Congress is seeking to disapprove of the SEC's rule on cybersecurity, which outlines guidelines for companies on how to manage and disclose cybersecurity risks.

The resolution is non-partisan and aims to provide oversight and accountability in the realm of cybersecurity. It is important for companies to have clear guidelines on how to handle cybersecurity risks and incidents, as these issues can have significant impacts on their operations and the broader economy. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 50 is a measure aimed at ensuring that companies are properly managing and disclosing cybersecurity risks, in order to protect both themselves and the public from potential cyber threats.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, Governance, and Incident Disclosure.

Policy Areas
Finance and Financial Sector

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/9/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.